Barshim, Tamberi captivate guests at Aspire Academy Global Summit
DOHA: The 9th Aspire Academy Global Summit culminated with a spectacular Gala Dinner at the historical Villa Miani in Rome.
The evening’s highlight was a captivating chat featuring the joint Olympic high jump gold medallists, Italy’s Gianmarco Tamberi and Qatar’s Mutaz Essa Barshim.
The prestigious event featured distinguished guests including ambassador of Qatar to Italy and non-resident ambassador to San Morino Khalid bin Youssef al-Sada, FIGC General Secretary Marco Brunelli, CEO of Aspire Zone Foundation Mohamed Khalifa al-Suwaidi, QFA General Secretary Mansoor al-Ansari, Aspire Academy Director General Ivan Bravo, Director General of Aspire Logistics Abdalla Nasser Al Naimi and General Manager of Al Kass Sports Channels Issa Abdullah al-Hitmi.
The guests also included officials from Aspire Academy, the Italian Football Federation, members of the Aspire in the World Fellows programme and media.
Tamberi and Barshim’s heart-warming conversation revolved around the remarkable friendship forged between the two champions, shared experiences, and the power of the unbreakable bond they share.
Both hailing from athletic families and nurturing their passion for the sport since childhood, they have been steadfast pillars of support, aiding each other’s growth and skill development throughout their exceptional journeys.
